Rent apartments in Vienna

Find a rental apartment in Vienna

Thousands of people rent an apartment in Vienna every year. Finding a rental apartment can require some patience and be nerve-wracking. At the same time, there are now more offers from the private sector - a big advantage over earlier times.

Renting an apartment in Vienna: required documents

To be able to rent an apartment, you should prepare yourself well. This is because cheap apartments for rent are only on the market for a short time. Advertisements are often taken offline again after just one or two days. You should therefore have all the documents to hand so that you don't fail to rent the apartment.

The following information is particularly important:

• Short cover letter to the estate agent or landlord, ideally already mentioning your own occupation and the number of people who will be living in the apartment.
• Proof of salary: The last three payslips are usually sufficient to prove your income. Self-employed persons can have a confirmation of income issued by a tax consultant or enclose an annual financial statement.
• A copy of your passport and a current registration form are also required for the rental.

If required, a guarantee can be presented. The guarantee confirms that the citizen will cover the costs if the tenant does not pay the rent. A guarantee is often required for students who have no income of their own.

Having these documents ready to hand offers a time advantage. While other prospective tenants for an inexpensive rental apartment first have to provide some documents, you can submit a rental offer immediately.

Tips: How to rent an apartment in Vienna more easily

Demand is particularly high for apartments that offer good value for money. This is why group viewings or only very short individual appointments often take place. But how can you get your dream apartment?

Here are a few tips to increase your chances:

• Enquire in writing and by telephone: A written inquiry about the advertisement should always be sent. Agents can then return relevant documents directly and private landlords gain a first impression if a serious letter is received. A quick, additional call reinforces the interest expressed. Act purposefully and try to arrange a viewing appointment as soon as possible.
• Communicate openly: If you absolutely want to rent the apartment, actively ask what additional information the landlord would like to receive in order to decide in your favor. In this way, you position yourself as open, accessible and uncomplicated.
• Arrive a little earlier for viewings: With a bit of luck, the person who previously viewed the apartment will be ready sooner or won't show up. This gives you more time to talk to the estate agent or landlord and view the property.
• Look for new listings every day: New apartment listings come online all the time. Check regularly to see which properties are currently available.
• Prepare documents: As described earlier, the most important basic requirement is to know exactly what you are looking for in advance and to prepare all documents so that you can then act quickly.

Last but not least: A bit of luck is also needed to find the perfect apartment in the capital.

Rent apartments in Vienna: Costs

Rents in the capital are no longer a bargain, but renting an apartment in Vienna is considerably cheaper than in many other major cities around the world. This is mainly thanks to the massive social housing construction. More than half of all Viennese live in subsidized apartments.

Offers on the open market are therefore typically somewhat more expensive than the statistical average. Somewhat higher rents can also be expected for second-hand apartments. First-time-occupancy apartments, new builds and apartments in central locations are offered at a significantly higher price per square meter. Living space in prime locations such as the 1st district is particularly expensive. But there is one big advantage: there is no waiting list. If a landlord decides in favor of a prospective tenant, the apartment can usually be occupied at short notice.

Be aware of additional costs

If you want to rent an apartment in Vienna, plan your budget very carefully in advance. It should be noted that the gross rent is normally stated. This includes the net rent, VAT on the net rent and the operating costs of the apartment. However, additional costs include electricity, heating, hot water, household insurance and internet. The total monthly costs are therefore always significantly higher than the gross rent.

Vienna: Rent an apartment privately

Rental apartments must be let free of commission unless the estate agent has been explicitly commissioned with the search. We advise you to search regularly and intensively over a longer period of time, as the best properties are quickly snapped up. Despite the slightly higher rent, private apartments have one major advantage: there is no waiting list as with municipal properties. On our portal, you will only find offers from private individuals. Find your new home in the capital now.

Information about the housing market in Vienna

• Rent index for Vienna
• Guide to renting a property